One in three Russians sorts out unnecessary things in their house every month.
More than 70% of Russians regularly sort out unnecessary things at home, and almost every second estimates the value of the property collected at one time in the amount of 5 thousand to 15 thousand rubles. This is evidenced by research data from Leman PRO, which was reviewed by Izvestia on January 29.
According to the survey, 40% of respondents sort things out three to four times a year, 33% do it monthly, 24% do it once or twice a year, and only 3% admit that they take up cluttering every few years. Russians most often clean up their closets and closets with clothes, 72% of the study participants said. Kitchens, hallways, and storerooms are less frequently dismantled, while balconies, children's rooms, bathrooms, and garages remain at the end of the list.
In most cases, family members are involved in the process.: 24% involve all members of the household, 44% involve some relatives, and a third prefer to do this on their own. New Year's holidays remain the most popular time to restore order. 74% of respondents are engaged in clutter during this period, explaining this by having free time and a desire to start the year with a "clean slate."
Most often, Russians get rid of adult clothes and shoes, children's clothes and toys, as well as office supplies, tableware, decor and household goods. They are much less likely to part with tools and electronics. At the same time, 57% of the survey participants give unwanted items to friends, 55% throw them into dumpsters, 38% donate them to charity, 31% sell them, and 18% recycle them.
Among the things that are most often given a second life through transfer or resale, clothes and shoes for adults and children, as well as toys, are in the lead. Most prefer to give such items to relatives and friends or place ads on online platforms, less often they turn to charities, collection points and thrift stores.
Clothing, electronics, and household chemicals are most often sent for recycling, while office supplies, cosmetics, and household goods are primarily thrown into dumpsters. Half of the respondents use containers near their homes, almost the same number use specialized eco—centers, and a third hand over items through stores and mobile collection points.
At the same time, 45% of Russians admitted that it is difficult for them to find a convenient reception point in their area due to remoteness or lack of information. Among the main reasons why things are more often thrown away than transferred or recycled, the study participants cited difficulties in finding a buyer or collection point, poor condition of items and lack of time. One in four admitted that they were simply not ready to spend their energy on it.
According to Lemana PRO, the survey results show that Russians are increasingly thinking about putting things in order and reusing things, but the development of infrastructure for recycling and exchange remains a key factor that can change everyday habits towards more environmentally friendly solutions.
The results of a study by Humopeu on November 13 showed that Russians most often regret spontaneous purchases of clothes and shoes at sales. It was clarified that every third unsuccessful purchase is made on the spur of the moment, despite the growing rationalization of shopping.: 40% of respondents compare prices on different sites, and 27% make a strict shopping list.
All important news is on the Izvestia channel in the MAX messenger.
Переведено сервисом «Яндекс Переводчик»
